The driver’s license is one of the most important official documents required to drive a vehicle in Nuevo León, so you should always carry it with you.
As with every year, the process has a higher cost, so if you plan to apply for it for the first time or renew it, below you’ll find the cost for 2026 so you can prepare.
What is the cost of a driver’s license for the first time in Nuevo León?
The Vehicle Control Institute (ICV) announced the new cost of obtaining a driver’s license in Nuevo León for the first time.
If you’ve just learned to drive and already have your car, but don’t have this document, this is the cost you’ll need to pay to obtain it.
3-year license: $905 pesos
5-year license: $1,358 pesos
The requirements for obtaining a driver’s license for the first time are:
Valid official photo ID with the holder’s signature. (Original document must be shown)
If the person is from another country, they must present legal proof of residency with a valid immigration form.
Unique Population Registry Code (CURP) information.
Municipal authorization with proof of payment of fees.
Proof of official address in the State of Nuevo León; this must be no more than three months old and must match the municipality that issued the authorization (original and/or digital).
How much does it cost to renew a driver’s license in Nuevo León?
Furthermore, state authorities reminded the public that the renewal process can be done in person or online, with the aim of facilitating access to the procedure, avoiding lines, and expediting service for thousands of drivers who must keep their document valid to drive legally.
The costs for renewing a driver’s license are the same as for obtaining one for the first time, and are as follows:
3-year license: $905 pesos
5-year license: $1,358 pesos
How do I renew my driver’s license in Nuevo León?
The Vehicle Control Institute reported that there are three ways to renew a driver’s license, allowing citizens to choose the option that best suits their needs.
1) Renewal at a local office (in person)
The first option is to complete the process directly at a local office.
According to the procedure, the citizen must:
Go to the corresponding local office
Use their fingerprint as a method of identification
A new license will then be issued
Additionally, if the person needs to update any information, they must bring additional documentation.
“If you need to update your information, bring an official ID and an original proof of address no older than 3 months.”
This requirement aims to properly validate the applicant’s information and keep the ICVNL registry up to date.
2) Online Renewal (via the internet)
Another option is to complete the process digitally from a computer or any device with an internet connection.
The procedure consists of:
Accessing the website:
icvnl.gob.mx/Licencia
Filling in the requested information
Selecting a branch office to pick up the document
With this option, the authority specifies that the citizen can choose the location where they will pick up their license the next business day, combining the convenience of the digital process with the physical delivery of the document.
This method is useful for those who want to save time and avoid unnecessary travel or long waits.
3) Renewal via the ICVNL App
Finally, there is the option to renew via mobile phone using the official ICVNL app.
The steps you must follow are:
Open the ICVNL app and log in.
Click on Digital License.
Select the Web Renewal option.
Fill out the form and follow the guided process.
This alternative is designed to facilitate access for users who already carry out government procedures from their mobile phones, allowing them to manage the document without needing a computer.
Source: telediario
